Deadline for application:

6/30/19

Other scholarships available:

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This scholarship is one of many. Through the generosity of numerous corporations and foundations, plus special federal government appropriations, WGU maintains a robust program of scholarships made available to qualified students.

As part of our partnership with Anthem, Western Governors University is proud to offer the WGU-Anthem Bachelor’s Degree for Practically Free Scholarship. Worth up to $2,600 toward tuition on any bachelor’s degree in WGU’s College of Health Professions, College of Business, or College of Information Technology, this scholarship puts a highly respected, résumé-boosting degree within reach.

In fact, when used in conjunction with Anthem’s tuition reimbursement program and the tuition discount of 5% that WGU offers to all Anthem employees, this scholarship makes the first two years of your bachelor’s program practically free. (And with transfer credits and the ability to accelerate, it’s sometimes possible for undergrad students to finish their degrees at WGU within two years!)

WGU’s degree programs are built to be flexible and to fit the lives of busy working adults. In most cases, you’ll complete courses on your schedule, with 24/7 online access to learning materials and the ability to take tests as soon as you know the material well. And the results speak for themselves: In a 2018 Harris Poll Online survey, WGU graduates reported an average increase in income of $12,600 within two years of graduation, compared with salary pre-enrollment. Four years after graduation, the average increase was $18,400, compared with the national average of $12,400.

Online. Nonprofit. Surprisingly affordable.

Discover why WGU is the ideal place to pursue the degree you need for your career goals.

Eligibility requirements:

This scholarship is designed for new WGU students only. Students are eligible to apply for this scholarship up to 90 days prior to their start date and up to 90 days after starting a degree program. Students starting more than 90 days after submitting a scholarship application will not be considered for the scholarship. WGU employees and their spouses are not eligible to receive this scholarship.

Multiple scholarships will be awarded. However, this is a competitive program and scholarships will be awarded based on a candidate’s academic record, financial need, readiness for online study at WGU, and current competency, plus other considerations.

Before monies are distributed, the scholarship recipients must read the WGU Student Handbook and agree to and understand the academic progress, tuition, and refund policies. The student will also be required to agree to the WGU Scholarship Terms and Conditions before monies will be awarded. The student must also meet the university’s On Time Progress requirements to maintain scholarship eligibility. Each student can only be awarded one scholarship that is funded or administered through WGU during their degree program. Recipients must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens.

This scholarship can be used in addition to any tuition discounts for which you may be eligible.

When you complete the FAFSA, be sure to list WGU’s school code.

Code: 033394

Financial aid is also available.

You may choose to pay for the remaining portion of your degree through federal financial aid (subject to your eligibility). Pell Grants, which do not have to be repaid, are granted based on financial need. Federal Direct Student Loans are available to all students. Subsidized loans, which are dependent on financial need, reduce the interest due on loans.

3 steps to apply for WGU scholarships.

Now that you've looked at scholarship requirements and found one to apply for, here are the steps to apply.

1. Complete the admissions application.

To be considered for any WGU scholarships, you must be provisionally accepted as a WGU student. Complete the admissions application and work with your enrollment counselor to move through the admissions process.

2. Complete the general scholarship application.

The general application is required for all WGU scholarships, and lets us learn more about you and which scholarships you may be eligible for. To access the application, you will need your MyWGU student portal credentials, which will be sent to you shortly after Step 1. You must complete the application within 90 days of your intended start date.

3. Log in to the scholarship portal and apply.

Based on what you tell us in Step 2, we’ll let you know which scholarships you might be eligible for. Finish up by reviewing the recommended opportunities and completing the supplemental application for each scholarship you’d like to be considered for by logging into the Scholarship Portal. These additional applications need to be submitted within 5 days of submitting the general application.

Thank you to our donors.
Scholarship opportunities are made possible in part by the generous support of many companies, foundations, partner organizations, and individuals, including WGU alumni, faculty, and staff.

Common questions about scholarships.

How do you select scholarship recipients?

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It depends upon the scholarship. In general, we award scholarships based on the following factors:

Meeting the basic eligibility requirements

Answers you give on the scholarship application

An interview with a scholarship counselor

Some scholarships are also based upon evaluations of prior college transcripts and other tests. We encourage you to apply.

When will I find out if I’m selected?

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WGU evaluates scholarship applications on a continual basis because we start new students in their programs every month. Often we are able to make an award decision within 8–10 weeks of receiving your application. In most cases, you will also need to have applied for admission and been accepted to the university. An Enrollment Counselor can help explain the process.

Do I get the scholarship all at once?

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No. Scholarship awards are divided into a set amount per term. This amount is credited against your tuition due for each term. The details are explained in the description for each scholarship.

Can I also apply for financial aid?

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Yes. You probably should apply for federal financial aid, too. Scholarship awards will only cover a portion of your school expenses, and financial aid can help pay for the rest. You can apply for financial aid while you are waiting for a decision about your scholarship application. It will not hurt your chances to win a scholarship. Click here to learn more about or apply for financial aid.